Is Bristol Uni Russell Group?
Yes, University of Birmingham, University of Bristol, University of Liverpool, University of Leeds, University of Manchester, and University of Sheffield are part of the Russell Group.
Is the University of Bristol racist?
The University of Bristol, like many universities, has faced significant student and staff concerns about racism, with accusations of institutional racism and specific incidents of racial abuse, leading the university to acknowledge these issues and commit to anti-racist strategies, though debates continue regarding the pace and effectiveness of changes. While the university emphasizes zero tolerance and new policies, students have highlighted persistent issues like racial microaggressions, staff misconduct, and a lack of trust in reporting mechanisms, prompting ongoing efforts and task forces to improve inclusion and representation.
What is the controversy with the University of Bristol?
University threatened with legal action after protest at academic's talk. A leading academic who led a recent government review into sex and gender data collection has threatened legal action against the University of Bristol, claiming it failed to protect her freedom of speech.

(Sample of the Master of Laws degree certificate from the University of Bristol in 2025)
What famous people went to Bristol University?
Alison Smale (BA 1977, Hon LLD 2009)
Angela Carter (BA 1964)
Lieutenant Colonel Anne McClain (MSc 2005, Hon DEng 2023)
Charlotte Moore (BA 1990, Hon LLD 2017)
Charlotte Ritchie (BA 2011)
Dan Bethell (LLB 2017, LLM 2021)
David Nicholls (BA 1988, Hon DLitt 2016)
Deborah Moggach OBE FRSL (BA 1970, Hon DLitt 2005)